Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. EPRT

26.53 0.06 0.23% as of 25 Sep
Market cap
$5.8B
P/E
20.6×
Growth Flags show if company had growth for consecutive years

Insider Decisions

Total sells 1.53
in millions of $
Nov 25 Feb 26 May 26 Aug 26
Buy — — — — — — — — — — — —
Sell — — — — — 2 — — — 1 — —
Insider Ownership 0.57%

Capital & Financial Ratios

Market Cap 5,770.00
Revenue 615.49
Net Income 268.51
Free Cash Flow (779.13)
Net Debt 2,768.82
Current Ratio 8.17
Debt/Equity 0.65
P/E ratio 20.57
P/S ratio 9.32
P/B ratio 1.29
Past 5Y EPS Growth 12.69%
This Y EPS Growth 2.86%
Next Y EPS Growth 2.33%
Next 5Y EPS Growth 1.80%
in millions of $

Dividends

Payout Ratio 0.96
Annual Dividend Rate 1.12
Annual Dividend Yield 4.54%
total individual payouts
2028 Powerpack
2027 Powerpack
2026 1.27
0.31
0.32
0.32
2025 1.21
0.30
0.30
0.30
0.31
2024 1.45
0.29
0.29
0.29
0.29
0.30
2023 1.12
0.28
0.28
0.28
0.29
2022 1.08
0.26
0.27
0.27
0.28
2021 1.00
0.24
0.25
0.25
0.26
2020 0.93
0.23
0.23
0.23
0.24
2019 0.88
0.21
0.22
0.22
0.23
2018 0.43
0.22
0.21
predictions in italic, special payouts not included in total or ratios

Assets vs Liabilities

2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Cash 49 45 70 134
Receivables 108 143 191 226
Inventory — — — —
Other — — — —
157 188 261 360
2023 2024 2025 Q'26
Payables — — — —
ST’ Debt — — — —
Other — — — —
31 35 41 44
in millions of $

Compound Annual Growth

10y 5y 3y
Sales — 27.89% 25.12%
Cash Flow — 30.84% 21.78%
Earnings — 43.03% 23.56%
Book Value — 21.61% 19.00%

Revenue

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 159 162 — — —
’25 129 137 145 150 561
’24 104 109 117 120 450
’23 84 87 92 98 360
’22 70 71 71 74 287
’21 49 57 60 65 230
’20 41 39 43 41 164
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Operating Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 100 110 — — —
’25 77 100 99 105 381
’24 67 81 74 87 308
’23 54 65 63 73 255
’22 44 58 53 56 211
’21 30 39 46 52 167
’20 26 10 32 31 99
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Free Cash Flow

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 (237) (147) — — —
’25 (228) (206) (216) (180) (828)
’24 (168) (195) (189) (233) (784)
’23 (150) (211) (147) (236) (745)
’22 (142) (97) (113) (217) (570)
’21 (145) (128) (183) (226) (683)
’20 (133) (29) (77) (218) (456)
in millions of $ · fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

EPS

Mar Jun Sep Dec Year
’26 0.28 0.34 — — —
’25 0.29 0.32 0.33 0.34 1.28
’24 0.28 0.29 0.27 0.30 1.15
’23 0.29 0.35 0.29 0.31 1.24
’22 0.21 0.27 0.26 0.25 0.99
’21 0.14 0.20 0.23 0.24 0.82
’20 0.15 0.11 0.13 0.05 0.44
fiscal quarters ending in the months shown

Target Price Range

Analyst price targets

Recommendation Rating

1.2
1Buy 2 3Hold 4 5Sell
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
— — 13.05 13.39 6.08 20.00 18.88 20.49 23.58 27.44

Analyst estimates 2026–2028

Powerpack
Low Price
— — 14.75 27.10 29.34 32.92 29.60 26.43 34.88 33.35
High Price
— 19 18 27 33 37 37 40 48 56
Employees
0 3 5 5 5 6 8 9 9 10
Revenue/Emp
16 54 96 139 164 230 287 360 450 561
Revenue
96.57% 97.16% 97.94% 97.80% 97.63% 97.50% 98.80% 98.70% 98.89% 98.65%
Gross Margin
4 6 21 48 43 96 136 192 204 254
EBT
24.66% 11.86% 21.63% 34.68% 26.06% 41.89% 47.38% 53.41% 45.43% 45.33%
EBT Margin
4 6 21 48 43 96 135 191 204 254
Net Income
6 22 35 46 66 76 95 108 129 163
Depreciation
0.38 1.33 2.26 2.17 1.72 1.98 2.12 2.36 2.59 2.86
Revenue/Sh
0.09 0.15 0.36 0.65 0.44 0.82 0.99 1.25 1.16 1.29
Earnings/Sh
0.26 0.55 1.08 1.38 1.04 1.44 1.56 1.67 1.77 1.94
Cash Flow/Sh
(7.08) (12.64) (11.89) (9.16) (5.83) (7.30) (5.78) (6.57) (6.29) (6.17)
Capex/Sh
(6.82) (12.09) (10.81) (7.78) (4.78) (5.87) (4.22) (4.90) (4.51) (4.23)
Free CF/Sh
4.26 4.43 19.02 18.75 16.60 17.56 18.50 19.63 20.55 21.46
Book Value/Sh
41 41 43 64 95 116 135 152 174 196
Shares
56.83 56.83 55.36 39.38 48.18 35.59 23.09 20.80 26.97 22.99
PE Ratio
0.00 0.00 6.13 11.41 12.32 14.57 10.77 11.00 12.10 10.36
PS Ratio
0.00 0.00 0.73 1.32 1.28 1.64 1.24 1.32 1.52 1.38
PB Ratio
0.00 0.00 11.58 16.48 17.09 19.37 15.48 15.50 16.71 14.71
EV/Sales
(7.16) (7.16) (2.42) (4.60) (6.15) (6.53) (7.78) (7.48) (9.58) (9.97)
EV/FCF
11 22 46 89 99 167 211 255 308 381
Op' Cash Flow
(290) (518) (507) (587) (555) (850) (781) (999) (1,093) (1,210)
Capex
(279) (495) (461) (499) (456) (683) (570) (745) (784) (828)
FCF
11 (212) 26 34 54 86 121 125 153 220
Working Cap'
273 512 540 727 815 1,166 1,421 1,669 2,118 2,512
Total Debt
261 492 524 706 782 1,106 1,349 1,620 2,073 2,441
Net Debt
175 181 811 1,202 1,582 2,044 2,497 2,987 3,572 4,208
Sh' Equity
0.53% 0.89% 1.34% 2.49% 1.89% 3.31% 3.68% 4.35% 3.84% 4.00%
ROA
0.42% (0.03%) 0.68% 2.61% 1.93% 2.67% 2.85% 3.29% 3.08% 3.38%
ROIC
2.11% 3.54% 3.15% 4.16% 3.04% 5.28% 5.91% 6.96% 6.19% 6.50%
ROE
predictions in italic, sparklines do not include predictions

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Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) key facts

  • Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) is a Reit Retail company in the Real Estate sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
  • Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $561.2 million, up 24.8% from fiscal 2024.
  • Net income was $253.7 million, or $1.29 per share (basic), a net margin of 45.1%.
  • As of September 25, 2026, EPRT traded at $26.53, a market capitalization of $5.8 billion.
  • At that price the stock trades at 20.6× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 9.3× sales.
  • Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. pays an annual dividend of $1.12 per share, a yield of 4.54%, with a payout ratio of 95.7%.
  • Return on equity was 6.50% and debt-to-equity 0.65.

Source: company filings (standardised) and stockrow calculations.

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) Latest News

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25 Sep

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust amended its main credit facility in mid-September 2026, boosting the revolver from $1.0 billion to $1.3 billion, revising pricing and terms, releasing subsidiary guarantees, resetting a $700 million accordion feature, and fully repaying its Capital One facility. Trading around $26.47 after the amendment, EPRT has fallen roughly 14% over the last month and 12% year-to-date, though its three-year total shareholder return of 35.9% signals longer-term momentum. Bulls argue cheaper credit will fund disciplined growth, while bears fear leverage and a weaker stock price. A valuation narrative pegs fair value at about $37.05, suggesting the stock remains undervalued despite the near-term pullback. Key strengths cited include long-term leases with rent escalations, strong tenant relationships (88% from existing tenants), and active asset dispositions; risks include competition, higher borrowing costs, and potential yield compression. Expanded credit facilities and improved liquidity could meaningfully support growth, potentially shifting financial flexibility and investor sentiment.

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust amended its revolving credit facility and related debt agreements, increasing available borrowing capacity and lowering borrowing costs. The updated revolver provides more liquidity and includes a lower margin on revolver and term loans, plus an accordion option. Subsection guarantees tied to the facility were removed, changing lenders' risk and collateral requirements. The move supports the company's balance-sheet strategy of maintaining strong funding access to pursue sale-leaseback and acquisition activity without heavy equity issuance, backed by about $1.3 billion in liquidity and an approximate 3.5x leverage target. Yet analysts warn debt remains not well covered by operating cash flow, highlighting risk if acquisition growth or tenant performance slows relative to peers such as Realty Income or National Retail Properties. The development is presented as a balance-sheet improvement with potential implications for future growth and leverage. Expanded capacity and lower costs improve liquidity and funding flexibility, potentially altering leverage and growth trajectory.

24 Sep

3

Tributary Capital Management's Q2 2026 investor letter for the Multi Cap Core Equity Strategy adds Essential Properties Realty Trust (EPRT) as a new holding. EPRT is a U.S. REIT that acquires, owns and manages single-tenant properties leased long-term to middle-market tenants such as car washes, medical and dental services, early childhood education, restaurants and automotive services. The letter cites a improving profit outlook driven by consistent same-store rent increases and acquisitions returns above cost of capital versus peers. As of Sept. 23, 2026, EPRT closed at $26.87; the stock was down 11.5% in the last month and 8.8% in the past year. Market cap about $5.83B; 52-week range $26.47–$34.73. EPRT was not in the Hedge Funds' 40 Most Popular Stocks; 25 funds held it in Q2, down from 30. The piece notes AI stocks offer greater upside elsewhere and invites a free report on AI stock opportunities. Improved profit outlook from rent growth and acquisition returns above cost of capital could positively influence EPRT's financial performance and investor sentiment.

23 Jul

3 transcript

Essential Properties Realty Trust reported Q2 financial results and outlook during its earnings call, covering portfolio performance, tenant activity and growth plans. Quarterly earnings updates typically produce moderate short-term moves in valuation and sentiment.

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust reported Q2 2026 earnings results and operational details during its earnings call. Quarterly earnings updates deliver financial metrics that moderately shift near-term investor sentiment and valuation.

22 Jul

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. released second quarter 2026 financial results. Quarterly earnings release delivers financial metrics that influence near-term stock sentiment and valuation.

24 Apr

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust Inc (EPRT) reported strong AFFO in Q1 2026 earnings call highlights. Strong AFFO performance signals robust financial health and potential uplift to future market performance.

23 Apr

4 transcript

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) released its Q1 2026 earnings call transcript, detailing quarterly financial results, portfolio updates, acquisition activity, and forward-looking guidance. Q1 2026 earnings transcript provides detailed financial metrics, occupancy rates, rental income growth, and strategic outlook significantly shaping EPRT's valuation and market trajectory.

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) released Q1 2026 earnings call summary detailing financial results, acquisition activity, occupancy rates, dividend declarations, and optimistic outlook on single-tenant net lease portfolio growth. Quarterly earnings summaries reveal core financial health, investment pipeline, and guidance that significantly sway REIT stock performance and investor sentiment.

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust (EPRT) released Q1 earnings call highlights detailing financial results, portfolio performance, acquisition activity, and forward guidance. Q1 earnings highlights provide updates on financial performance and strategic outlook with moderately noticeable influence on market sentiment.

22 Apr

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported first-quarter FFO and revenue surpassing analyst estimates. Exceeding Q1 FFO and revenue estimates enhances investor confidence and supports positive stock momentum.

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) announced First Quarter 2026 results. Quarterly earnings announcements directly impact financial performance and investor sentiment.

27 Feb

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust (EPRT) stock faces buy, hold, or sell decision after Q4 earnings, evaluating performance and future outlook. Q4 earnings moderately affect EPRT's financial performance and market sentiment without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.

18 Feb

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. announced the pricing of an upsized public offering of common stock. Upsized public offering raises substantial capital for growth and acquisitions, significantly enhancing future performance and investor sentiment.

17 Feb

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) announced a public offering of common stock to raise capital. Public stock offering provides EPRT capital for property acquisitions and growth, significantly impacting future trajectory and investor sentiment.

15 Feb

4

Cohen & Steers builds stake in Essential Properties Realty Trust (EPRT), highlighting the company's significant valuation gap amid strong fundamentals. Cohen & Steers' stake increase signals undervaluation, likely boosting investor sentiment and stock performance.

12 Feb

4 transcript

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported its Q4 earnings, highlighting strong financial performance and growth in its portfolio. The company emphasized its strategic focus on acquiring properties in essential sectors, which has contributed to its resilience during market fluctuations. Management provided insights into future growth opportunities and reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing shareholder value through disciplined capital allocation and operational efficiency. Strong financial performance and strategic growth initiatives are likely to significantly impact future market positioning and investor sentiment.

4 transcript

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported strong financial results for Q4 2025, highlighting significant growth in revenue and net income. The company emphasized its strategic acquisitions and portfolio expansion, which contributed to improved operational performance. Management expressed confidence in future growth prospects and outlined plans for continued investment in high-quality properties. The earnings call also addressed market trends and the company's positioning within the real estate sector, indicating a positive outlook for the upcoming quarters. Strong financial results and strategic acquisitions are likely to significantly impact future performance and investor sentiment.

4 transcript

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported its latest earnings, highlighting key financial metrics and operational updates. The company demonstrated growth in rental income and adjusted funds from operations, reflecting its strategic focus on acquiring and managing properties in essential sectors. Management provided insights into market conditions and future outlook, emphasizing continued investment in high-quality assets. The earnings call also addressed challenges and opportunities within the real estate sector, reinforcing EPRT's commitment to delivering value to shareholders. The earnings report indicates significant growth and strategic direction that could notably influence future performance and investor sentiment.

4 transcript

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. reported its Q4 2025 earnings, highlighting strong financial performance with increased revenue and net income. The company emphasized its strategic focus on expanding its portfolio and enhancing tenant relationships. Management provided insights into market trends and future growth opportunities, indicating confidence in sustaining positive momentum. The earnings call also addressed challenges faced in the current economic environment and outlined plans to navigate these effectively. The earnings report indicates significant growth and strategic initiatives that could notably influence the company's future performance.

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported strong financial results for 2025 and provided higher cash flow guidance for 2026, prompting discussions among investors about potential actions. The company's performance indicates robust growth and a positive outlook, which may influence investor sentiment and decision-making moving forward. Strong financial results and increased cash flow guidance are likely to significantly impact investor sentiment and the company's future performance.

11 Feb

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported its fourth quarter 2025 results, highlighting key financial metrics and operational performance. The company demonstrated growth in rental income and adjusted funds from operations, reflecting a strong portfolio of properties. EPRT also provided guidance for the upcoming year, indicating confidence in its strategic direction and market positioning. The results underscore the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value through disciplined capital management and property acquisitions. The reported financial growth and strategic guidance indicate a significant positive shift in the company's trajectory and investor sentiment.

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported its Q4 earnings, which fell short of analysts' expectations. Key metrics highlighted include revenue and funds from operations, both of which were below estimates. The company continues to focus on its growth strategy, but the earnings miss may raise concerns among investors regarding its future performance. The earnings miss could moderately influence investor sentiment and financial performance, but the company's growth strategy remains intact.

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) reported its fourth-quarter funds from operations (FFO), meeting analysts' estimates. The company continues to focus on its strategy of acquiring and managing properties leased to essential businesses, which has contributed to its stable performance. EPRT's portfolio remains diversified, and management expressed confidence in the company's growth prospects moving forward. The FFO meeting estimates indicates stable financial performance, but does not signal a significant change in trajectory.

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. reported its Q4 earnings, highlighting key financial metrics and operational performance. The company demonstrated growth in rental income and adjusted funds from operations, reflecting a solid demand for its properties. Management provided insights into future strategies and market conditions, indicating a positive outlook for the upcoming quarters. The earnings report also addressed challenges faced during the year and how the company plans to navigate them moving forward. The earnings report indicates moderate growth and strategic insights that may influence financial performance but are balanced by existing market conditions.

31 Jan

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) continues to show positive long-term returns, with a focus on its valuation metrics. The company has maintained a strong portfolio and is well-positioned in the market, benefiting from favorable trends in the real estate sector. Analysts highlight the potential for sustained growth, driven by strategic acquisitions and effective management practices. EPRT's performance indicators suggest resilience and adaptability, making it an attractive option for investors looking for stability in the real estate investment trust (REIT) space. Significant strategic moves and market positioning are expected to influence EPRT's future performance.

21 Jan

4

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) is receiving an overweight stance due to favorable macro trends and anticipated M&A activity. Analysts highlight the company's strong position in the market, driven by its strategic acquisitions and growth potential in the real estate sector. The outlook suggests that EPRT is well-positioned to capitalize on emerging opportunities, enhancing its overall market performance. Favorable macro trends and M&A activity are expected to significantly impact EPRT's future performance and investor sentiment.

14 Jan

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) has experienced recent stock weakness despite decent financial prospects. Analysts are questioning whether the market is misjudging the company's potential, as its fundamentals remain stable and growth opportunities exist in its real estate investments. The company's financial stability and growth opportunities suggest a moderately noticeable influence on its future performance.

29 Dec

3

Realty Income Corporation is evaluating its 5.7% yield, prompting discussions about its attractiveness as a stock investment. Investors are weighing the potential for income generation against market conditions and the company's performance. The analysis includes comparisons with other real estate investment trusts (REITs) and considerations of future growth prospects. Market sentiment appears cautious, with factors such as interest rates and economic indicators influencing investment decisions. The evaluation of Realty Income's yield may moderately influence investor sentiment and market positioning within the REIT sector.

17 Dec

3

Essential Properties Realty Trust, Inc. (EPRT) is under scrutiny regarding its earnings performance and potential future growth. Investors are evaluating whether the company's financial results warrant attention, particularly in light of market conditions and competitive pressures. Analysts are assessing the implications of EPRT's earnings on its operational strategy and overall market positioning. EPRT's earnings performance may moderately influence its financial outlook and market sentiment.

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